Four Spring Artichoke Recipes That Think Outside the Steamer

When artichokes return to farmers’ markets in mid-spring, our hearts skip a beat. These recipes are really four mash notes to the vegetable from chefs around the country

By

Kitty Greenwald

April 8, 2015 2:55 pm ET

Spaghetti with Artichokes and Bottarga

Total Time: 35 minutes Serves: 4

Peel off and discard dark outer leaves of 6 medium artichokes. Rub remaining leaves with flesh of half a lemon to prevent browning. Cut off and discard top third of artichokes. Use a paring knife to peel away woody parts of stems until light, tender flesh is exposed....